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Homecare Service Placement - ID 5016969 - Lot 2

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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12 Mar 2026 at 12:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Darlington Borough Council involves the Homecare Service Placement - ID 5016969 - Lot 2, which falls under the health and social work services category. The contract pertains to the North East region of the United Kingdom and follows a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract being awarded to CARE LINE HOMECARE LIMITED as of 12th February 2026. The service contract is set to commence on 17th February 2026 and is expected to conclude by 16th February 2030, indicating a four-year duration. The opportunity was initially tendered, with the tender period ending on 16th February 2026.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses within the healthcare and social services sectors, especially those capable of delivering comprehensive homecare services. SMEs and VCSEs are specifically considered suitable for such opportunities, enabling them to expand their reach in public sector contracts. The procurement process encourages collaboration and growth within the region, providing businesses with a stable, long-term contract valued at £56,836. It is ideal for enterprises looking to strengthen their service offerings and build lasting connections with government bodies such as Darlington Borough Council.

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Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5016969 - Lot 2

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5016969 - Lot 2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e7d3ca2e-fe76-41ef-8bd7-36e9e10a546b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d425edec-d17d-4b5c-a651-1df03acf86aa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,836 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,836 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 16 Feb 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARE LINE HOMECARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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